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We giving book review by a lecturer of Equine studies at Moulton College
This book provides a valuable source of information for all aspects of equine feeding and nutrition. An indispensable guide for all higher education equine students. A very informative reference book that discusses up to date research and contains detailed and well laid out figures and tables and a useful list of abbreviations. Self-test questions at the end of chapters allow the reader to check their understanding and knowledge. Comprehensive reference lists throughout allows for further reading and study.
The level of information contained in several chapters may put readers off as some aspects are very detailed. The self-test questions could have model answers as this would allow learners to test their knowledge and help them improve exam technique. This is however a must-have book for higher education equine students. A wealth of information is contained and is essential for developing subject knowledge and understanding of equine nutrition.
Cassie White
Equine lecturer, Moulton College (With Thanks National Equine Students)
Foreword.
CONTENTS:
Introduction to the Third Edition.
Acknowledgements.
List of Abbreviations.
1 The Digestive System.
2 Utilization of the Products of Dietary Energy and Protein.
3 The Roles of Major Minerals and Trace Elements.
4 Vitamin and Water Requirements.
5 Ingredients of Horse Feeds.
6 Estimating Nutrient Requirements.
7 Feeding the Breeding Mare, Foal and Stallion.
8 Growth.
9 Feeding for Performance and the Metabolism of Nutrients During Exercise.
10 Grassland and Pasture Management.
11 Pests and Ailments Related to Grazing Area, Diet and Housing.
12 Laboratory Methods for Assessing Nutritional Status and Some Dietary Options.
Appendix A Example Calculation of Dietary Composition Required for a 400 kg Mare in the Fourth Month of Lactation.
Appendix B Common Dietary Errors in Studs and Racing Stables.
Appendix C Chemical Composition of Feedstuffs Used for Horses.
Appendix D Estimates of Base Excess of a Diet and of Blood Plasma.
Glossary.
References and Bibliography
Conclusion.
Index.
CONTENTS:
Introduction to the Third Edition.
Acknowledgements.
List of Abbreviations.
1 The Digestive System.
2 Utilization of the Products of Dietary Energy and Protein.
3 The Roles of Major Minerals and Trace Elements.
4 Vitamin and Water Requirements.
5 Ingredients of Horse Feeds.
6 Estimating Nutrient Requirements.
7 Feeding the Breeding Mare, Foal and Stallion.
8 Growth.
9 Feeding for Performance and the Metabolism of Nutrients During Exercise.
10 Grassland and Pasture Management.
11 Pests and Ailments Related to Grazing Area, Diet and Housing.
12 Laboratory Methods for Assessing Nutritional Status and Some Dietary Options.
Appendix A Example Calculation of Dietary Composition Required for a 400 kg Mare in the Fourth Month of Lactation.
Appendix B Common Dietary Errors in Studs and Racing Stables.
Appendix C Chemical Composition of Feedstuffs Used for Horses.
Appendix D Estimates of Base Excess of a Diet and of Blood Plasma.
Glossary.
References and Bibliography
Conclusion.
Index.
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